Understanding the New Standard-Based Curriculum

What is a Standard-Based Curriculum?

What are the key features of the New Standard-Based Curriculum?

• Core Competencies

• Thematic Areas

• Use of Technology

• Competency-Based Approach

• Differentiated Instruction

What is the philosophy underpinning the SBC?

• Learner-Focused

• National Development

• Inclusion and Equity

What are the subject areas covered by the SBC?

• Creative Arts and Design

• Literacy

• Numeracy

• Science

• Our World and Our People (OWOP)

What are the grade levels in the SBC?

• KG1–KG2 (Kindergarten)

• Basic 1–6 (Lower and Upper Primary)

• Basic 7–9 (Junior High School)

What are the core competencies of the SBC?

• Communication and Collaboration

• Personal Development and Leadership

• Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving

• Cultural Identity and Global Citizenship

• Creativity and Innovation

What are the pedagogical approaches in the SBC?

• Inquiry-Based Learning

• Project-Based Learning

• Play-Based Learning (Kindergarten)

• Collaborative Learning

• Reflective Teaching

What are the types of assessment in the SBC?

• Continuous Assessment

• Performance-Based Assessment

• End-of-Term/Year Assessments

• Rubrics

What are the benefits of the New Standard-Based Curriculum?

• Prepares learners for 21st-century challenges

• Encourages creativity and innovation

• Promotes lifelong learning

• Aligns with international educational standards

• Reduces emphasis on rote memorization

What are the challenges of implementing the SBC?

• Teacher Preparedness

• Resource Constraints

• Assessment Overload

• Resistance to Change